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BN3 7SG vs B1 1AA

Direct side-by-side analysis comparing Brighton and Hove and Birmingham using verified open government data.

Area A
Area B
134.4 miles (216.3 km) apart Bearing 328° (North-North-West)

Cross-regional comparison between South East (Brighton and Hove) and West Midlands (Birmingham).

Verdict: BN3 7SG and B1 1AA are 134.4 miles (216.3 km) apart. BN3 7SG holds a +3.4 overall score advantage. BN3 7SG ranks significantly safer based on police crime records.

Geographic Context & Spatial Proximity

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BN3 7SGvsB1 1AA

Head-to-Head Scorecard

Direct comparison across essential quality-of-life, infrastructure and safety categories.

BN3 7SG(Brighton and Hove)
B1 1AA(Birmingham)
Area A: Brighton and Hove

BN3 7SG

5.8/10 Overall
Brighton and Hove • Hangleton & Knoll
Area B: Birmingham

B1 1AA

2.4/10 Overall
Birmingham • Local Ward
Overall Score Advantage: BN3 7SG
BN3 7SG5.8/10
B1 1AA2.4/10
Safety & Crime Advantage: BN3 7SG
BN3 7SG10/10 (Low)
B1 1AA2/10 (High)
Green Space Advantage: BN3 7SG
BN3 7SG18.9%
B1 1AA7.4%
Max Broadband
BN3 7SG1000 Mbps
B1 1AA
Schools Rating Advantage: BN3 7SG
BN3 7SG4/10
B1 1AA1/10
Transport Connectivity Equal rating
BN3 7SG1/10
B1 1AA1/10

Safety & Recorded Crime

Police.uk Street Level
BN3 7SG
10/10
Level: Low
Incidents: 2
B1 1AA
2/10
Level: High
Incidents: 23
Primary Incident Types:
  • Anti-social behaviour2
  • Criminal damage and arson9
  • Violence and sexual offences5
  • Other theft3

Environment & Nature

DEFRA & ONS Open Data
BN3 7SG
Green Space:18.9%
Tree Canopy:3.4%
Air Quality (AQI):14
Garden Access:89.6%
B1 1AA
Green Space:7.4%
Tree Canopy:1.9%
Air Quality (AQI):17
Garden Access:2.4%

Digital Connectivity

Ofcom Connected Nations
BN3 7SG
Max Download:1000 Mbps
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Available
B1 1AA
Max Download:
Avg Download:
Full Fibre:Standard

Demographics & Community

ONS Census 2021
BN3 7SG
Density:1592/km²
Average Age:38
Family Households:32.8%
Single Occupants:27.2%
B1 1AA
Density:
Average Age:
Family Households:
Single Occupants:

Local Council & Tax

VOA & Local Authorities
BN3 7SG
Council:Brighton and Hove
Ward:Hangleton & Knoll
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low
B1 1AA
Council:Birmingham
Ward:Local Ward
Band D Tax:£2167.00
Flood Risk:Very Low

Schools & Education

Department for Education
BN3 7SG
School Score:4/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
B1 1AA
School Score:1/10
Nearby Schools:10
Primary / Secondary:— / —
Data Intelligence Q&A

Frequently Asked Questions: BN3 7SG vs B1 1AA

Comparative answers computed directly from official Police.uk, ONS Census, Ofcom, DfE and Environment Agency records.

How far is BN3 7SG from B1 1AA?

The straight-line geodesic distance between BN3 7SG (Brighton and Hove) and B1 1AA (Birmingham) is approximately 134.4 miles (216.3 km). Heading from BN3 7SG to B1 1AA, the bearing is 328° (North-North-West). They span across different UK regions: South East and West Midlands.

Which area is safer: BN3 7SG or B1 1AA?

Based on official street-level records from Police.uk: BN3 7SG has a higher safety score of 10/10 (Low crime level) compared to B1 1AA at 2/10 (High crime level). Recorded incident counts for the surrounding area show 2 incidents near BN3 7SG versus 23 incidents near B1 1AA.

What local councils and authorities govern BN3 7SG and B1 1AA?

BN3 7SG is governed by Brighton and Hove in the Hangleton & Knoll electoral ward, located in South East. B1 1AA is administered by Birmingham in the Local Ward ward, located in West Midlands. The benchmark annual Band D council tax liability is £2,167.00 in Brighton and Hove compared to £2,167.00 in Birmingham.

Which area offers more green space and better air quality?

Environmental data highlights notable differences in open spaces and air quality: BN3 7SG has 18.9% public green space coverage and 3.4% tree canopy cover, whereas B1 1AA features 7.4% green space and 1.9% tree canopy. The local Air Quality Index (AQI) is 14 for BN3 7SG versus 17 for B1 1AA (lower values indicate cleaner atmospheric readings).

Which postcode has faster broadband and internet speeds?

According to Ofcom Connected Nations data: Speed measurements reflect active Ofcom network availability for each postcode.

How do schools compare between BN3 7SG and B1 1AA?

Department for Education and Ofsted data indicates: BN3 7SG achieves an education performance score of 4/10, compared to B1 1AA at 1/10. Within the standard catchment radius, there are 10 schools recorded near BN3 7SG and 10 schools near B1 1AA.

How do demographics and community profiles compare?

ONS Census records show distinct demographic profiles:

What are the flood risk ratings for BN3 7SG vs B1 1AA?

Environment Agency flood maps assess BN3 7SG at 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings), while B1 1AA is classified as 'Very Low' risk (with no active warnings).

Full Area Report

BN3 7SG

Explore comprehensive street-level data, 10-year crime trends, school inspection tables, planning history, and broadband maps for Brighton and Hove.

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B1 1AA

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